Commission consults on future of broadband

The European Commission is launching discussions on the future of broadband in Europe and has asked interested parties to submit their thoughts on three areas - broadband development, spectrum policy and cost reduction. The recently announced digital single market strategy shows that the Commission is keen to digitise sectors such as health, commerce and government, but officials see the lack of fast access as a stumbling block. The Commission has pledged to invest in broadband infrastructure but is looking for…